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A united effort for United Way
Routt County organization's fundraising surpasses its goal
Routt County United Way exceeded its fundraising campaign goal of $550,000 by $5,000.
Suspicious fire destroys SUV Friday
A fire destroyed a Chevrolet Blazer west of Hayden on Friday morning.
Man gets prison in meth case
A 39-year-old Steamboat Springs man was sentenced to eight years in prison Friday for selling methamphetamine.
Tom Ross: Blame Dad for Lombardi's only playoff loss
It was bad enough that my mother square-danced with the Eagles' QB
I'll never forget the moment I first glimpsed the Green Bay Packers in "living color."
Revamping the rec center
Hot pools likely closed for reconstruction April to November
Soak in the Old Town Hot Springs while you can. The hot pools at the recreation center likely will be closed for reconstruction from April to November, Steamboat Springs Health and Recreation Association Director Pat Carney said Thursday. Reconstructing the hot pools to add more natural elements and two new waterslides is the first phase of a possible $8.5 million expansion of the recreation center.
Video: Morning News Update
Topping the news this morning, a 3-year-old Routt County girl was listed in stable condition at Denver Children's Hospital on Thursday, one day after spending an extended period of time in sub-zero temperatures with little to protect her. The city of Steamboat Springs saw another increase in sales tax revenues for the month of November. In sports, a Winter X Games championship suddenly is a high priority for Erin Simmons. Brought to you by Coleman Cook and Sharon Pace-Ward of Colorado Group Realty in Steamboat Springs.
Stagecoach store site for sale
Developer exploring ways to get commercial space built
Three years after proposing Stagecoach's first commercial development, developer Chris Wittemyer is looking for someone else to build and operate the store.
Deb Babcock: New master gardener class begins Feb. 1
If you are an avid gardener or want to become one, the master gardener program sponsored by Routt County's Cooperative Extension Service is a great way to learn about gardening in the mountains of Northwest Colorado.
Locals finish strong in race
For many Alpine ski racers in Steamboat Springs, the SmartWool Race Series is a chance to earn points and move up the ladder to higher-level races.
Girl in stable condition
Molly Look, 3, spent half an hour in sub-zero temperatures
A 3-year-old Routt County girl is in stable condition at Denver Children's Hospital this morning after being hospitalized with hypothermia. The girl was found early Wednesday morning in a snowbank wearing only a long-sleeved shirt in sub-zero temperatures. Molly Rhea Look has sensation in her arms, legs, fingers and toes, Routt County Sheriff's Office Investigator Ken Klinger said Thursday. However, Molly's prognosis still is uncertain, he said.
Sailors ready to face Eagle Valley
Steamboat Springs girls basketball coach John Ameen thinks he may have found the solution to his team's season-long struggles.
Sailors hockey begins feeling right at home
If there was a stretch run where the Steamboat Springs hockey team could distance itself from the rest of the Pikes Peak League, this might be it.
Great X-pectations
Local Winter X Games invitees look ahead to Aspen events
A Winter X Games championship suddenly is a high priority for Erin Simmons.
Twist and shout
High school students put on Kids Carnival
Karen Kutska's first- and second-graders smelled the popcorn as soon as they entered the Kids Carnival on Thursday.
Sales tax revenues increase
November numbers up 6.74 percent from previous year
The city of Steamboat Springs saw another increase in sales tax revenues for the month of November. The city released November numbers Thursday. Citywide November sales tax revenues were up 6.74 percent compared to November 2005. With only December sales tax numbers left for 2006, the city is up 12.03 percent over 2005. Through November, the city had collected $15,735,309 from sales tax. During the same period in 2005 the city had collected $14,045,401. The city is funded almost solely by sales tax revenues.
The Record for Jan. 17
12:10 a.m. Two drunken Craig residents were arrested outside a bar in the 1800 block of Ski Time Square Drive on suspicion of harassment, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct and obstructing police officers.
Meet your new governor
Bill Ritter to speak at Yacht Club event on Sunday
Colorado's new governor is coming to Steamboat Springs.
Briefs for Jan. 20
Fair Association looks to fill board vacancy
The Routt County Fair Association has an opening on its volunteer Board of Directors. Interested people should submit a letter of interest to the Routt County Fair Association by e-mail at jaltman@co.routt.co.us; fax at 276-1023; or mail to P.O. Box 1000, Hayden, CO 81639. Letters must be received by Jan. 30. Interviews will take place Feb. 7 in Oak Creek. Applicants must be residents of Routt County and able to attend meetings at least once a month. Call 276-3068 for more information.
Crime has a sunny side
Justice Center to install 150 solar panels at cost of $220K
The new Routt County Justice Center will have 150 solar panels on its roof.
Tattoo of the week: Ryan Lee
I got the tattoo of a monkey fight at Truth Tattoo because I thought it was hilarious.
Preserving history and friendship
Artists maintain social, professional collaboration for a quarter of a century
Oil painter Jean Perry and sculptor Curtis Zabel will present some of their new works tonight at the Depot Art Center, but it won't be the first time they've shared an exhibit.
On Scene
I've been stuck in elevators alone more than once - and for more than 20 minutes at a time. I can't imagine anything scarier than that : and then I heard about the people who were stuck on the Storm Peak Express chairlift for three hours.
Romance actually
Mary Zalmanek coaches couples on adventures of the heart
Anyone who's in love or wants to be might think about stopping by author Mary Zalmanek's lecture Wednesday night at Colorado Mountain College.
Three artists, four centuries
Local musicians perform at Emerald City spotlight series
In the mid-1980s, pianist Marie Carmichael had a single telephone conversation with cellist John Sant'Ambrogio.
Music to make you move
Tao Jones comes to Steamboat to 'throw a hell of a party'
The Tao Jones bassist Sean Mahaffey will celebrate his birthday Saturday night at Mahogany Ridge Brewery and Grill, and the whole band is bringing the party.
Allison Plean: Party on
This New Year's Eve was the first one in my life when I had close friends celebrate on East Coast time. I don't know if that's a sign of age, wisdom or both.
